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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6, 2026

12 Best Hotels in Florida 2026: Readers' Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in the Sunshine State, outside of Miami.

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The Colony HotelHotelDiscover classic New England charm at our oceanfront resort in Kennebunkport, Maine, featuring Atlantic views, an…
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The Ben, Autograph CollectionHotelWest Palm Beach, United StatesSet the scene Everyone knows West Palm Beach and neighboring Palm Beach are a scene, and that's underscored at The Ben.
La Concha Key West, Autograph CollectionHotelKey West, United StatesFollowing a $35 million face lift to celebrate her 99th birthday in 2025, La Concha delivers an unbeatable mix of style…
Four Seasons Hotel And Residences Fort LauderdaleHotelFort Lauderdale, United StatesFor approachable beachfront elegance that is perfect for families, business travelers, and staycationers.
The Don CeSarHotelSt Pete Beach, United StatesJoin nearly a century of history & enjoy gourmet cuisine, spa, 2 pools, white sand beaches & family-friendly fun at our…
The Pearl HotelHotelRosemary Beach, United StatesLocated off 30A in South Walton, The Pearl is a luxury hotel in the charming coastal town of Rosemary Beach® with a spa…
The Alfond InnHotelWinter Park, United StatesThe terracotta roof and Mediterranean-style architecture of the Alfond Inn is quintessentially Florida, and the airy,…
Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by HiltonHotelKey West, United StatesFollowing an $80 million renovation, Key West ’s grande dame—originally opened in 1920—returns to peak form in 2025…
The Brazilian Court HotelHotelPalm Beach, United StatesA quiet luxury resort in the heart of Palm Beach's most walkable area.
The Equestrian HotelHotelOcala, United States
Lake Nona Wave HotelHotelOrlando, United States
Inn on FifthHotelNaples, United States

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

Top 20 Resorts in New England: Readers' Choice Awards 2026

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top resorts in New England.

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Hidden PondHotelFrom the moment you arrive at Hidden Pond®, you will know you’re in for an altogether different experience.
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Inn by the SeaHotelCape Elizabeth, United StatesOur Pet-Friendly Inn Is Perfect For Waterfront Dining, Event Venues, Spa Days And More.
Woodstock Inn & ResortHotelWoodstock, United StatesSet in the heart of the Green Mountains, our Woodstock, Vermont, hotel invites you to wander along a welcoming main…
Chatham Bars InnHotelChatham, United StatesSince 1914, Chatham Bars Inn Resort & Spa has been the Cape's most elegant luxury destination.
Weekapaug InnHotelWeekapaug, United StatesA recently renovated legendary seaside inn on the National Register of Historic Places, the 27-room, six-suite…
The Lodge at Spruce PeakHotelStowe, United States"Nestled into the mountainside in the quintessential storybook town of Stowe," this alpine ski lodge offers views of…
The Mansion at Ocean Edge Resort and Golf ClubHotelBrewster, United StatesAh, to disappear into a thicket of dunes as the summer quiets to a close: At this rambling estate in sleepy Brewster,…
Wequassett Resort & Golf ClubHotelChatham, United StatesThis Cape Cod resort feels like a New England movie set—it combines the best of a nostalgic—but high-end—camp-coded…
Cliff House MaineHotelCape Neddick, United StatesJust a few steps in front door and you're confronted with the hotel's raison d'être: the jaw-dropping cliffs.
The WauwinetNature reserveNantucket, United StatesIt takes a bit of a drive to get to the hotel, which is located on the far northeastern side of Nantucket island.
Winnetu Oceanside ResortHotelEdgartown, United StatesStay in the best Martha's Vineyard Hotel: Winnetu Oceanside Resort.
Ocean HouseHotelWatch Hill, United States
Twin FarmsHotelBarnard, United States
Basin Harbor Resort & Boat ClubHotelVergennes, United States

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Lonely PlanetAug 13

Checking in: New England escapism at Hidden Pond

Discover a luxurious hideaway in the woods of Kennebunkport, Maine. Hidden Pond is the ultimate summer camp for adults.

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Hidden PondHotelBoutique resort and nostalgic summer camp in Kennebunkport.
EarthRestaurantOrganic farm-to-table restaurant on the property.
The Tides Beach ClubHotelSister property with waterfront dining.
Goose Rocks BeachSightBeach for an evening walk.

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 6

Summer Might Be Coming to an End, But These East Coast Beach Towns Thrive in the Fall

Where to find the locals' summer, from Nantucket to Cape May.

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Mabel'sRestaurantMabel’s Lobster Claw in Kennebunkport is a classic Maine restaurant serving a variety of seafood from fried clams to…
Alisson’sRestaurantLocated in the center of Dock Square, Alisson's has been a Kennebunkport tradition since 1973.
Tyler Brook PreserveNature reserveexperience fall foliage from this river-lined preserve
Rachel Carson Wildlife RefugeTrailfilled with wildlife in cooler months
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The Whaling MuseumMuseumNantucket, United Statesvisit this downtown museum
North Fork of Long IslandNeighborhoodLong Island, United Statesoffers wine tastings, farm visits, scenic hikes, vintage shopping
Breeze Hill FarmSightLong Island, United Statespick up apple cider donuts here
Orient Beach State ParkTrailLong Island, United StatesThe park is situated at the tip of the North Fork of Long Island.
Laurel Lake PreserveTrailLong Island, United StatesConserving Long Island's working farms and natural lands…
The Times VintageSightGreenport, United Statesshop for a '70s shift dress
Beal & BellSightGreenport, United Statesshop for midcentury-modern coffee tables
Silver Sands MotelMotelGreenport, United Statesoffers stargazing experience with Custer Institute
McCall WinesSightGreenport, United Statesbook an exclusive winery tour and tasting
Sayle's SeafoodRestaurantNantucket, United Statesgrab bay scallops starting in October
Mitchell's Book CornerSightNantucket, United Statespop into this downtown shop
Sconset Bluff WalkTrailNantucket, United Stateswalk to Sankaty Head Lighthouse for coastal scenery
Sankaty Head LighthouseSightNantucket, United Statesdestination of the Sconset Bluff Walk
Batacular Bike RaceFestivalNantucket, United Statescoincides with Nantucket Conservation Foundation's Fall Festival
Nantucket Conservation Foundation's Fall FestivalFestivalNantucket, United Stateslate October event with a bike race
Middle MoorsNature reserveNantucket, United Statesbeautiful loop for biking during the Batacular Bike Race
Bartlett's FarmSightNantucket, United Statesvisit this farm for pumpkins and winter squash
Sound View Dunes ParkTrailLong Island, United States
The BeachsideHotelNantucket, United States
FarawayHotelNantucket, United States

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